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6 blowers, belts, and drives – Reznor RECC Unit Installation Manual User Manual

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Improper trap design accounts for some condensate drainage system failures, but

incorrect use and maintenance of condensate drain trap can also cause problems. The

combination of airborne particles and moisture in the air handler can result in algae

formation in the drain pan and trap. The trap must be cleaned regularly to avoid block-

age that can slow or stop water flow, resulting in backup into the system.
If drain has a cleanout opening (

FIGURE 19B), be sure to close the opening after

cleaning.

Seasonal Usage - At the beginning of the cooling season, inspect and clean the entire

cooling coil cabinet including the condensate drain pan. Thoroughly clean dirt, algae,

grease, and other contaminants. Inspect condensate drain pan, trap, and piping; fill

trap with water to ensure proper operation. During a wintertime shutdown of the cool-

ing system, it may be desirable to disconnect and remove all water from the trap and

drain to prevent freeze damage. If local building codes permit, trap may be filled with

an antifreeze solution. Or, piping may be designed with freeze plugs or other freeze

protection methods (such as a heat tape).
Year Round Usage - Climates or applications with cooling requirements year round

require more frequent inspections of the cooling coil cabinet and condensate drains.

Depending on climate, freeze protection of the trap may be required during non-cool-

ing days.

Condensate Drain Use

6.6 Blowers, Belts,

and Drives

6.6.1 Belts and Belt Tension

Blower systems with 1/2 to 5HP motors are equipped with either Power Twist Plus

linked blower belts or solid belts. The linked belts are designed in sections allowing

for easy sizing and adjustment. Blower systems with 7-1/2 or 10 HP motors have

solid V-belts. The belt is sized at the factory for

the proper tension. Check belt tension. Proper belt

tension is important to the long life of the belt and

motor. A loose belt will cause wear and slippage.

Too much tension will cause excessive motor and

blower bearing wear.

3/4” (19mm)

FIGURE 20 - Belt

Tension

Linked Belts - If the belt needs tightening, the recommended method of tightening the

belt length is to count the number of links and remove one link for every 24. (A link is made

up of two joining sections of belt. For easier removal of links, turn the belt inside out. But be

sure to turn it back before installing. If belt is removed or replaced, be sure to align direc-

tional arrows on the belt to the proper drive rotation.) The belt tension should be checked

after the first 24 hours of running at full load and at regular maintenance inspections.

(

NOTE: After "24-hour run" tension adjustment, required maintenance adjustment may

be by removing links or turning the adjusting screw on the motor base as required to

achieve proper tension. Replace worn links or belts.)
Solid Belts - Adjust the belt tension by turning the adjusting screw on the motor base

until the belt can be depressed 3/4" (19mm). (See

FIGURE 20.) After correct tension

is achieved, re-tighten the locknut on the adjustment screw. Be sure that the belt is

aligned in the pulleys.

6.6.2 Adjusting Blower Speed

The blower speed may be adjusted to achieve the desired air volume, as long as the

adjustment is within the temperature rise and the static pressure limits shown on the

rating plate for both heating and cooling. Motors are factory set between maximum and

minimum blower speeds.

If the duct resistance is low, the blower may deliver too high an air volume. If the resis-

tance is very low, the blower may deliver an excess air volume, which can cause the

overload protector to cycle the motor. Reducing the blower speed will correct these

conditions. If ductwork is added to an installation, it may be necessary to increase the

blower speed.
At final adjustment, amperes should not exceed motor nameplate amp rating. With a

gas heat section, the installation must be adjusted to obtain a temperature rise within

the range specified on the furnace rating plate. Maximum temperature rise for this unit

is 100°F.

NOTE: The information

in Paragraph 6.6 also

applies to an optional power

exhaust blower.

WARNING

All setscrews and

locking collars must

be tightened before

applying power.

Pulley/Shaft Setscrews -

Wrench torque 110 in-lb min-

imum to 130 in-lb maximum.

Bearing Hub - Socket size
5/16"; Torque 165 in-lbs.